4. The 5 Candidate Red Flags Hiring Managers Should Look For
from Leader Scout Hosted by Tom Millington
Most bad hires don't surprise you. The warning signs were there long before they started. The challenge is spotting them before urgency takes over and a decision gets made. In this episode, I break down five candidate red flags I've seen repeatedly throughout my career and the questions hiring managers should be asking before making an offer. • Why repeated short tenures deserve investigation, not assumptions • The difference between candidates who explain responsibilities and candidates who explain results • What accountability sounds like in an interview and what blame sounds like • How reference checks can confirm or completely contradict the story you've been told Because the cost of a vacant role hurts today. The cost of a bad hire often hurts for the next 12 months. Listen to the "Why 'Good Culture' is a Terrible Interview Answer" here. Follow Leader Scout for practical insights on hiring, leadership, retention, and workforce strategy across construction, infrastructure, and project-driven businesses.
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